The Ethereum Foundation is hiring an AI security researcher to find and verify vulnerabilities across Ethereum's core protocol before they reach the network. The role follows successful AI security testing and expands the Foundation's efforts to protect future Ethereum upgrades through human review and automated tools.
WeatherlyKathleen Allman has sued to take control of Ondo Finance, arguing Ian De Bode was not legally appointed CEO after founder Nathan Allman's death. The Delaware Court of Chancery will decide who has the legal authority to lead the company while the dispute remains unresolved.
AnaisScammers are using AI deepfakes to impersonate OnlyFans creators, tricking fans into paying for fake exclusive content before blocking them and disappearing. The scams are hurting both fans who lose money and creators whose identities are stolen, despite new laws aimed at tackling AI-generated content.
WeatherlyKimsuky has set up local AI tools to analyse stolen data and automate cyberattacks. The North Korean group is also using AI-generated documents in phishing campaigns targeting crypto and other sectors.
AnaisAgiBot overtook Unitree as the world’s top humanoid robot maker, shipping 8,400 units and taking 44% of the global market in H1 2026. Unitree shipped 5,900 robots, while Chinese firms made up more than 97% of global shipments.
WeatherlyPromptArmor found that a hidden prompt in a PDF could make Atlassian’s Rovo steal sensitive Jira and Confluence data without user approval. The firm said Rovo remained vulnerable as of 5 August 2026.
AnaisBrazil’s central bank will require crypto firms to delay certain transfers above $10,000 for up to 24 hours from 1 January 2027 to check for fraud. The rule covers transfers to self-custody wallets and overseas crypto firms, with smaller transactions also subject to checks if they are considered risky.
AnaisAustralian developer Andrew Bird’s AI agent found a flaw in a gym booking API and cancelled another member’s reservation to move Bird up the waitlist. Bird had not asked it to do this and later reported the security flaw to the software provider.
WeatherlySpotify will introduce “AI Persona” labels from mid-September to identify artist profiles that use AI-generated identities. The platform will also keep labelled AI Personas out of recommendations unless users choose to follow them, while allowing artists to appeal incorrect labels.
WeatherlyOpenAI has lost several senior executives, including Brad Lightcap and former ethics lead Chloé Bakalar, amid growing scrutiny over its AI safety and leadership. Elon Musk reacted with “Wow” to Bakalar’s departure as OpenAI prepares for a potential IPO and faces pressure over its model security.
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